Jude Binkley

The Ustick Road project will widen the road from two lanes to four lanes between Phyllis Canal and Owyhee Storm Ave., and will add pedestrian paths and a stoplight.

The avalanche team spends the winter in Lowman monitoring conditions and the strength of the snowpack to decide when to close the highway when necessary for safety.

The $4.1 million levy Caldwell School District levy would be used to fund teachers, athletics and bring back school resource officers

The new YMCA facility will be across the street from the current downtown Boise YMCA, and will offer new resources like financial counseling and health services.

Northwest Nazarene University has launched a campaign to expand its nursing program, and Idaho State University has plans for a center in Meridian.

LEAP Housing opened the first phase of Falcons Landing, offering apartment rentals and homeownership opportunities to address a growing need for affordable housing.

The Flyers Center focuses on behavioral support for elementary-aged kids to help students learn how to regulate their emotions and be better prepared for class.

Data from a statewide mining report shows there are about 8,800 abandoned mines across Idaho. That could still have impacts on the environment and human health.

The heavy-metal band's foundation gave the College of Western Idaho a $75,000 grant to help students at their firefighting academy pay for gear and equipment.

The project aims to improve 700 acres of the river's ecosystem while restoring fish and wildlife habitats in the Barber Pool Conservation Area.